Bollywood’s July Box Office: Newcomers Clash as Murderbaad Holds Steady

Ziya Khan July 26, 2025Last Updated: July 26, 2025

July’s Bollywood box office is witnessing an exciting battle among newcomers, with Arnab Chatterjee’s Murderbaad steadily holding its ground. Despite the strong presence of the thriller Saiyaara, Murderbaad has managed to sustain its run and even expanded to additional shows in key cities like Chandigarh and Hyderabad starting from its second week.

Opening on a modest number of screens, Murderbaad is growing its audience largely through positive word of mouth. Starring Nakul Roshan Sahdev and Kanikka Kapur, the film is set against the vibrant backdrop of Jaipur, which adds a distinct visual appeal to this gripping thriller.A trade analyst commented, “Murderbaad is one of the surprises of the season. Even while competing with a bigger film like Saiyaara, its occupancy rates are increasing day by day. Cinemas are adding shows and seeing repeat viewers. This is exactly how a sleeper hit builds momentum.

”Director Arnab Chatterjee shared his enthusiasm, saying, “We made Murderbaad with passion and a lot of heart. The fact that audiences are discovering the film and talking about it well beyond the first weekend is the greatest reward for me as a debut director. It’s especially gratifying to see packed theaters and know that people are taking time out for my film.”Industry experts have noted that despite stiff competition, Murderbaad is maintaining solid occupancy figures.

While Saiyaara grabbed early attention, Arnab Chatterjee’s debut feature is steadily carving out its own space, drawing praise from trade analysts for its sustained performance into the second week. Stay tuned to know more about it and others only with us and if you have anything to share, do comment below and share your thoughts.